Title: Inhabit A Hobbit House! Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=55083&destination=Charlevoix%2C+Michigan%2C+United+States+of+America&selected=33979619&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Inhabit A Hobbit House! ## Photo gallery for Inhabit A Hobbit House! ![Sun-loungers, beach towels - Inhabit A Hobbit House! (Charlevoix)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33980000/33979700/33979619/e7fd6816.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Inhabit A Hobbit House! (Charlevoix)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33980000/33979700/33979619/5f85f2d2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books - Inhabit A Hobbit House! (Charlevoix)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33980000/33979700/33979619/9e60a823.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books - Inhabit A Hobbit House! (Charlevoix)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33980000/33979700/33979619/41e65e27.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Inhabit A Hobbit House! (Charlevoix)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33980000/33979700/33979619/fe467feb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Welcome to Half House, a charming two-bedroom stone cottage in Charlevoix designed by Earl Young. Enjoy the sandy beach, lighthouse views and spectacular sunsets just outside your door. This cozy retreat is within walking distance to the village of Charlevoix for shopping, dining and music in the park. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4720 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Parking available - Barbecue grill ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Inhabit A Hobbit House! Over 500 five-star reviews! Charlevoix’s #1 vacation rental! Architect and dreamer Earl Young created a magical world with his unique and eccentric stone cottages in Charlevoix. Half House is absolutely one of the most adorable homes you will ever see! Now you can experience it for yourself. Enjoy the sandy beach, lighthouse and breathtaking sunsets just outside your door. Half House is an easy two block stroll to the quaint village of Charlevoix for shopping, dining, marina, ferry, drawbridge and music in the park. Everything you will need for a comfortable vacation is included: luxurious cotton bed linens and towels, firewood and kindling, free wireless internet, books, music, Roku smart flatscreen TV with streaming channels and DVD player, kitchenware, beach chairs, plus an endless supply of hot water! Not to mention the spectacular view of majestic Lake Michigan! This cozy two bedroom home accommodates four guests quite comfortably. Relax! Sorry, no pets allowed. Please note that Half House has no central air conditioning. The earthen stone structure and steady cool breeze blowing in over the cold waters of Lake Michigan keep the home comfortable. We also provide fans in every room. Need more space or your dates aren't available? Check out our other Charlevoix waterfront listing in historic Boulder Park: Bluewater | Lake Michigan Cottage - Vrbo # 1205070 Just type the listing number into the Vrbo Search box! ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Ski - Cross-country skiing nearby - Snowboarding nearby ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car not required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Music library - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels - Stereo - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property - Note from host: No smoking inside the home. ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a village - Near a hospital - Near the marina ### Things to do - Basketball nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Hunting nearby - Ice skating nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Rafting nearby - Sailing nearby - Sledding nearby - Snorkelling nearby - Snowmobiling nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing nearby - Winery tours nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Unit size: 720 square feet ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM Minimum check-in age - 25 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:30 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Check-out instructions The host requires you to complete the following before checking out: Start the dishwasher Take out the rubbish Lock the doors Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted No smoking inside the home. ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### We should mention A car is not required for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as Inhabit A Hobbit House Inhabit A Hobbit House! Charlevoix Inhabit A Hobbit House! Private vacation home Inhabit A Hobbit House! Private vacation home Charlevoix ## About the area Charlevoix is home to this cottage. Mushroom House and Charlevoix South Pier Light are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Boulder Park Nature Preserve. Ready for a night out? Consider Castle Farms and Lavender Hill Farm. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling and sledging. [Visit our Charlevoix travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Charlevoix.dx55083) [View more Cottages in Charlevoix](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Charlevoix-Cottages.d55083-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C45.31786%2C-85.26458&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=roRqu2P80LDU4zrEUBgB6rlJELo=) Charlevoix, MI ### What's nearby - ![House with mushroom cap style roof in Charlevoix Michigan](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532668688/f4a1c1f4-ca0e-4010-a007-b0f8744affe2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Mushroom House 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - Lake Michigan Beach 1 min walk \- 0.1 miles - Charlevoix Circle of Arts 7 min walk \- 0.4 miles - Beaver Island Boat Company Ferry Terminal 8 min walk \- 0.5 miles - Charlevoix Beach 12 min walk \- 0.6 miles ### Getting around - Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) 47 min drive ### Restaurants - B.C. Pizza 4 min drive - Harbor View Cafe 9 min walk - McDonald's 3 min drive - Charlevoix Dairy Grille 16 min walk - JAX 3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Inhabit A Hobbit House! pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Inhabit A Hobbit House!? ### What time is check-in at Inhabit A Hobbit House!? ### What time is check-out at Inhabit A Hobbit House!? ### Where is Inhabit A Hobbit House! located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Inhabit A Hobbit House! Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 491 8 - Good 37 6 - Okay 3 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 1 ### 9.8 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Randall C. 20 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy It was a really cool experience to stay in one of Earl Young's houses in Charlevoix! Half house is super cute and quirky! Loved it! Enjoying a fire was the best! ##### Randall C. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Meredith G. 17 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Thank you so much. It was a great place to rest and restore. It was on our list of places to stay and I am so happy we could do this as a family. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/3930f444-3c76-4f74-840a-8d78b4a0063c-1763388324069.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/243d4243-0e60-46ee-ab42-03ede4281d17-1763388374363.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/d32d35c7-3d61-4b2b-a318-d8f572c6420c-1763388394812.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Meredith G. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Randy M. 5 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Location, Location, Location, Perfect. Accommodations were perfect, Thanks Bill. We had a wonderful time. ##### Randy M. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robert B. 12 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy We stayed at the Hobbit House with our two kids and had an amazing time. Short walk to downtown and a great beach directly in front of the property. The property was clean and the host was very easy to work with. I highly recommend for anyone looking for a unique getaway! ##### Robert B. Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kathryn M. 12 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy We loved so much about this stay. The Half House hobbit house is as beautiful and cozy as the pictures suggest and the location cannot be beat. Living in an Earl Young house for just a few days was a privilege and pleasure we won't forget. ##### Kathryn M. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### BRIAN W. 13 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location Great location, helpful service from owners ##### BRIAN W. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rebecca B. 17 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cozy winter weekend Property is unique and super charming. Great Lake view with a amazing fireplace for a winter evening ##### Rebecca B. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Shelly F. 28 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Hobbit house Unique VRBO stay. My husband and I loved the charm of this famous “mushroom house”. We had a wonderful, relaxing weekend. And we loved the town of Charlevoix. ##### Shelly F. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cassandra S. 16 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Super cute! We loved our stay at the Half House. Everything was very clean and well stocked. Very walkable to downtown. Would definitely stay here again. ##### Cassandra S. Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Emily J. 27 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### The best An amazing work of architecture located on the lake. Walking distance to the adorable downtown. Fireplace was wonderful to sit by, watch the snow fall and read. Thank you for an excellent visit. ##### Emily J. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chris A. 28 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great TIme at the Half House Everything about the stay was excellent. From the check in process to the location and the overall stay. ##### Chris A. Stayed 3 nights in May 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robert W. 25 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect weekend Wonderful time, great romantic experience ❤️ ##### Robert W. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kerry S. 28 Jan 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Winter Getaway The property was beautiful and unique. Perfect for our Sister’s weekend. Great views of the Lake and just a lovely in the winter. ##### Kerry S. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christopher A. 21 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful house and location We had an absolutely wonderful time at the half house. It is in a great location to access the beach, the Earl Young houses and the down town. ##### Christopher A. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Kathleen H. 6 Jan 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Location Awesome views of the lake ##### Kathleen H. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Steven S. 16 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Hobbit House Very nice place to stay and interesting history to experience. Although the house is small it had all the amenities to make your stay perfect. Hope to return soon. ##### Steven S. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nancy N. 4 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Quintessential Charlevoix Experience! The hobbit house is an adorable piece of Charlevoix history with incredible views of Lake Michigan and the gorgeous sunsets on the water. Home is equiped with everything you need to enjoy a perfect stay in this beautiful town. Highly recommend the house and also recommend you enjoy the Mushroom House Tour to learn more about it. Hosts were helpful communicative!! Would love to return. ##### Nancy N. Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### walter m. 7 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent experience We had such a nice stay and the half house is such a unique place to stay. It is walking distance to the beach and into town. ##### walter m. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### amanda b. 23 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Mushroom Magic A second stay at this charming comfortable abode has proven to increase the value of the overall experience. It truly is positioned in the heart of Charlevoix the Beautiful!!! Until next time... ##### amanda b. Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Renae N. 13 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A wonderful experience. It was great to have the opportunity to stay here. Our family enjoyed the experience and Charlevoix. I know my children will remember staying here for time to come. ##### Renae N. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carol R. 27 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Every comfort included in this charming house from the fireplace to the well equiped kitchen. It was a charming stay in this historic home. The view of Lake Michigan was spectacular and not to be missed. We are hoping to return to this one of a kind house. ##### Carol R. Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mary E. 13 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Enjoyable Historical building. Great location. Beautiful view of Lake Michigan. Walking distance to restaurants. ##### Mary E. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Teri R. 13 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Sweet vintage home Staying at the Half House feels like being in a fairy tale. We enjoyed all the vintage touches, cozy feel, and location—the nearby lake and historic neighborhood were all we needed to unwind. This little place is truly a welcome break from the bland sameness of hotels. ##### Teri R. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Emily C. 22 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great stay at the half house My friend and I stayed for a girls' weekend and it was the perfect, cozy space. It was very clean and comfortable - and very cute. We enjoyed all the provided entertainment, the views of Lake Michigan (right across the street!) and the easy walk into town (less than ten minutes). We would definitely stay here again. ##### Emily C. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Elizabeth F. 19 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Anniversary Trip The house was adorable! The weather was perfect. We loved having a view of the lake right outside our window. We would stay there again! There is so much to see and do. If you’re looking for a good breakfast spot, we loved Smoke on the Water. It is just a short walk from the house. ##### Elizabeth F. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024 ---